Unique handmade items- masks required

Open each: Tuesday 11am – 3pm

Thursday 4:30pm – 7:30pm

Saturday 10am – 1pm

We have made a change in our three day format this year. To keep crowds at a minimum, we will be open each Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday through December 19th. (Closed November 26 and 28)

All proceeds go to local charities.

Lima Noon Optimist Club Distributes Containers For Annual “Toys for Tots” Campaign

Wednesday, October 28, 2020 the Lima Noon Optimist Club in cooperation with The Salvation Army and US Marine Corps Reserve will officially kick-off the Annual Toys for Tots Campaign during their noon luncheon meeting at the BPO Elks Lodge.

For many years now, the Lima Noon Optimist Club has worked in cooperation with The Salvation Army and the US Marine Corps Reserve to provide Christmas toys for less fortunate children in the Lima and Allen County area.  The Salvation Army distributes collection boxes to various area businesses, schools and organizations throughout Allen County who participate in the program.  Citizens then deposit their new toys into the collection boxes. The program’s success comes from the cooperation of more than 180 locations and the generosity of our community.

Collection boxes can be found in all government buildings, local fire and police departments, local schools, Chief Markets, car dealers and businesses throughout the area.

The Optimist Club asks patrons to purchase a new unwrapped toy and place it in One of the collection boxes.  An Optimist member monitors the collection boxes and takes the collected toys to The Salvation Army for distribution at Christmas.

THE TOYS FOR TOTS CAMPAIGN ENDS DECEMBER 11th

Monday, November 9, 2020 marks the start of the Lima Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign and carries on the tradition started in 1891. Area locations include all Chief and Kewpee locations, Hobby Lobby and Walmart.

The National Red Kettle Campaign Kick-off is celebrated Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2020 during half-time at Dallas AT&T Stadium.

Our goal this year is $125,000. The money raised supports the Christmas effort and the ongoing mission of The Salvation Army throughout the year.

Opportunities for caring individuals, local businesses, organizations, and churches, to volunteer their time to “ring the bell” at one of the traditional Red Kettles are available Monday through Saturday from 10 am – 7 pm through December 24.

Help The Salvation Army make a difference in someone’s life and spread the joy of Christmas this holiday season.

For more information on opportunities at the Kettle, or to schedule a time and location to “ring the bell,” contact Paul Downing at 419.224.9055 ext. 211.

History of the Red Kettle

In 1891, a Salvation Army captain in San Francisco resolved to provide a free Christmas dinner to the areas poor. But how would he pay for the food? From his days as a sailor in Liverpool, England, the captain remembered a large pot, displayed on the Stage Landing, called a Simpsons Pot, where passersby would toss charitable donations. The captain presented the idea to city authorities and received permission to place a similar pot at the Oakland ferry landing at the foot of San Francisco’s Market Street. In its conspicuous position, the pot drew the attention of people going to and from the ferryboats. Another urn, in the ferryboat waiting room, also attracted donations. Thus, Captain Joseph McFee launched a tradition that spread not only throughout the United States, but around the world.

Hurricane Eta (Cat 4) hit Honduras on Nov. 3^rd & Iota (Cat 5) hit today! I received a call from my friend, Rob Alexander from the Valley Church in Piqua, OH who coordinates Honduras mission trips & forges those relationships with our Honduran friends called me last week. He asked if wapaknaz would want to put a trailer on property to collect. We wanted to see a large community effort so I connected with Rebecca from the WAC to have a centralized drop-off location! And here we are! The trailer is being dropped off tomorrow to start this huge effort for a very short time. So, below is some basic info & we are asking as many organizations to partner with the effort as possible. Other than collections, we are asking businesses & organizations to Serve One Day at the trailer to assist people who drop-off items! Would you please Be Hope By Giving Hope Because When We Are Hope We Ourselves Receive Such a Great Blessing! Please let me know how you would like to partner in this effort! Thank You! Thank you!

Collection Location:

• Tuesday morning November 16^th a 40ft trailer will arrive at the WAC (Wapak Athletic Club) 610 Dixie Hwy Wapakoneta

Collection Days/Times through November 30^th:

• Mondays-Fridays: 11am-6pm
• Saturdays: 10am-4pm
• Closed Sundays & Thanksgiving

Community Partners: the following have partnered to support the effort thus far

• the WAC: drop-off location
• Dream On: Signed-up to Serve a Full Day
• Cridersville Elementary School: Collection of items
• Wapak First Methodist Church: Collection of items
• Wapakoneta High School National Honor Society: Signed-Up to Serve a Full Day
• Winans Chocolates + Coffees: 100% of sales on all Honduran Coffee Beans
• wapaknaz: Coordination/Signed-up to Serve a Full Day

We Are Asking You & Your Organization If You Would Be Willing To:

• 1) Serve One Day (this is a short sprint & time is a factor)

o   Group Requests:

• Wear Face Masks When Assisting those Dropping Off Items
• Retrieve Donated Items & Place Items in Trailer (no need to sort or count)
• Stay Warm in Your Car In-Between Donations
• Direct ALL Monetary Donations to: www.wapaknaz.org/give earmarked for Operation Hope for Honduras

o   Sign-up Here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/14EXFSto2JubSQR5qcHBS3QaUA965gyxRaMAy_f2YwYE/edit?usp=sharing

• 2) Collect & Drop-Off Items
• 3) Get the Word Out
• 4) Suggest or Contact Any Potential Organizations or Connections for a Greater Impact

What Happens After Nov 30^th:

• Currently, Rob Alexander from the Valley Church is checking with large corporations such as Cargill, Dole & Chiquita to inquire about filling their empty shipping containers headed for Honduras & then headed for distribution

Questions can be directed to the Wapakoneta Coordinator, Stephen Ambrose of wapaknaz at 419-738-9070 or stephen.h.ambrose@gmail.com

Virtual Workshop – Saturday, Nov. 21st, 9AM-10:30AM

Virtual Workshop-“Through the Holidays” edition – Thursday, Dec. 3rd, 6PM-8PM
Practical tools and ideas will be given to help manage expectations, family dynamics and shifts in holiday traditions due to the pandemic

Virtual Workshop-Monday, Dec. 21st, 9AM-10:30AM

Cost for each workshop: FREE
Sponsored by Mental Health & Recovery Services Board of Allen, Auglaize & Hardin Counties

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This pandemic has touched everyone’s life in some way. The ripple effect has impacted job security, emotional and mental health, relationships, experiences, memories, celebrations, faith, and more. And the prolonged stress of the uncertainty is taking a toll. However, there is hope! We are equipped with incredible minds and tools to use to help rein in our thoughts and take action steps that positively impact our mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health. We are created to be resilient and to live with hope!

Cornerstone of Hope Lima invites you to take part in our Pandemic Hope & Resilience Workshop which will include the following:

• Provide psycho-education regarding the impact of psychological stress and loss as a result of the pandemic
• Assist participants in self-awareness of losses, stress symptoms, and emotions
• Equip participants with practical skills for healthy coping and healthy thinking, maintaining routine and productivity, being intentionally connective, recognizing strengths, utilizing gratefulness, and implementing forward thinking through a resilient mindset
• Understanding how each individual has been equipped to be resilient and live with hope!

*Each participant will create a personalized “My Pandemic Hope & Resilience Plan” during the workshop to reflect on tools and techniques they are equipped with as we walk through this pandemic

“So many great tips/strategies to use personally, in our family and the workplace-or anywhere!”-Workshop Attendee

“Can utilize what I learned [even] after the pandemic!”- Workshop Attendee

RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

Online at Cornerstoneofhopelima.org under “Services” then “Workshops”
For more information or questions, call 419-581-9138 or email micah.moore@cornerstoneofhope.org

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Cornerstone of Hope Lima & Bluffton 419-581-9138
micah.moore@cornerstoneofhope.org

The Mercer County Fairgrounds is busy planning a new event that will be sure to get you into the Christmas spirit.  The fairgrounds are currently being decorated with Christmas cheer covering over a 1.1 mile path throughout the grounds.  Visitors will find over 18 different themed stations, (2) 100’ tunnels, and several displays reaching over 10’ tall.  With 1000’s of lights on display it is sure to be worth the drive to Celina, OH.

Santa will be making visits to the fairgrounds throughout the Christmas season.  Be sure to check the events calendar on our website at www.mercercountyohiofair.com

M&B General Flyer

Date: November 27-December 27/Thursday – Sunday

Cost: Thursday & Sunday: $10/vehicle, Friday & Saturday: $15/vehicle, 6+ passenger vehicles: $25/vehicle (cash only)

“Awaiting the Already”

Sundays at 10:30am beginning November 29 thru December 27th and Thursday, December 24 @ 6:30pm

Join us as we reflect on the true reason for the season and prepare to celebrate the greatest gift of all!